Fast Processing
One customer said a transaction took less than two minutes, while others describe quick remittance processing.
Al Ansari Exchange, Mall of the Emirates Metro Link Branch
Al Barsha
Al Ansari Exchange is a money transfer and foreign exchange service in Al Barsha. At this Mall of the Emirates Metro Link branch, customers use international money transfers, FX and remittance services, with reviews also mentioning help with the mobile application and travel card. Staff assistance is often described as quick and clear.
Reputation Score
4.8
★★★★★
326 ratings
Source: Google Maps
The Good Stuff
Clear Guidance
Reviews mention staff explaining each step of the transaction and helping customers understand the process.
App Assistance
Staff have helped customers use the mobile application while processing their transactions.
Exchange Rates
One customer specifically praised the branch for offering the best rate possible.
Friendly Service
Several reviews describe welcoming, smiling and approachable service during transactions and enquiries.
Tips for a Better Visit
Ask First. Before handing over your EID or remittance details, ask whether membership is required and how long it will take.
Check GCash. If sending to GCash, confirm the recipient has received the money before considering the transfer complete.
Request Steps. For an unfamiliar transaction, ask the cashier to explain each stage so you can check the details before confirming.
Use App Help. If the mobile application is unfamiliar, ask the entrance team for help; a review says they also clarified travel-card questions.
Plan the visit
Practical details
Metro Link, Mall of the Emirates - Level 1
Al Barsha First - Al Barsha, Dubai
| Mon | 9:00 AM – 12:00 AM |
| Tue | 9:00 AM – 12:00 AM |
| Wed | 9:00 AM – 12:00 AM |
| Thu | 9:00 AM – 12:00 AM |
| Fri | 9:00 AM – 12:00 AM |
| Sat | 9:00 AM – 12:00 AM |
| Sun | 9:00 AM – 12:00 AM |
Popular Mentions
FX & international money transfer
Customers use the branch for foreign exchange and international remittance transactions.
travel card
A customer received help understanding the travel card alongside money-transfer queries.
visa card
One customer said staff introduced the visa card and considered it useful and safe in the UAE and other countries.
Common Concerns
Transfer Delay
One customer reported sending money to GCash but not receiving it there, and asked the branch to follow up.
Membership Surprise
A customer said membership was presented as mandatory for receiving remittance, adding around 10 minutes when they were in a hurry.
Cashier Experience
One review describes an unhelpful cashier who ignored questions, explained poorly and spoke impatiently.
Handling Errors
A customer reported poor handling and said inattention to details caused losses and wasted time.
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The Bottom Line
Al Ansari Exchange’s Mall of the Emirates Metro Link branch handles foreign exchange, remittances and international money transfers in Al Barsha. Reviews also mention help with the Mobile Application, travel card and visa card, so it can be useful if you need more than a straightforward counter transaction. Speed is a recurring strength.
One customer said their transaction took less than two minutes, while other reviews describe quick, accurate processing and staff who explain each step. Customers have also praised the branch’s exchange rate, though that is a single customer’s assessment rather than a quoted rate. The tone of the service seems to vary by employee: many reviews describe welcoming, smiling and patient assistance, but one customer found a cashier impatient and unhelpful.
There are a couple of practical cautions. One customer reported a GCash transfer that had not arrived and requested follow-up. Another said membership was presented as mandatory for receiving remittance, adding about 10 minutes while they were in a hurry.
Ask about that requirement before sharing your EID, MTCN or other remittance details, and check that a digital transfer has arrived before treating it as complete.